Senior Accounts Assistant / Accounts Assistant

Progression to Manager)

Location: Torquay 

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000

Working Pattern: Hybrid (after probation)

Overview

A growing accountancy practice is looking to recruit a Senior Accounts Assistant / Accounts Assistant to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with practice experience who is looking to step up, with a clear progression path into a more senior/managerial position. The role has arisen due to continued growth, and the successful candidate will gradually take ownership of a significant portion of the accounts workload currently managed at senior level.

The Role

Preparation of year-end company accounts for a range of clients

Supporting with the day-to-day delivery of accounts work across the portfolio

Gradually taking ownership of client work and responsibilities from senior staff

Liaising directly with clients and responding to queries

Assisting in managing workflow and deadlines

Opportunity to step into a more senior/managerial capacity over time

Progression Opportunity

This role offers a clear pathway to:

Take over responsibility for a large portion of accounts work

Become more involved in managing workflows

Progress towards a Manager-level position

Initially based in Torquay, with the opportunity to transition to the Exeter office once fully confident and operating independently.

Requirements

2–3 years’ experience within an accountancy practice

Strong experience preparing year-end accounts (essential)

Good understanding of accounts processes and client work

Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with clients

Motivated and keen to progress within a growing firm

Additional Information

Role created due to firm growth

Hybrid working available after successful completion of probation (2 days from home, 3 in the office)

Supportive environment with genuine progression opportunities

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now. 

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